A 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks the southern Philippines, causing some damage and a tsunami warning
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 struck the southern Philippines near General Santos city, causing damage and power outages. Authorities issued a tsunami warning for some coastal areas and urged people to move to higher ground. There were no immediate reports of injuries or deaths.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred early Monday near General Santos city on Mindanao island.
- The epicenter was about 13 kilometers southwest of General Santos, with a shallow depth around 10 kilometers.
- Power outage was reported, and a small commercial building partly collapsed in General Santos.
- The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center warned of possible tsunami waves up to 3 meters high in parts of the Philippines.
- Tsunami waves up to 1 meter were also possible along some coasts of Indonesia and Malaysia.
- Residents were advised to evacuate coastal areas and move inland or to higher places.
- Aftershocks as strong as magnitude 6.5 were recorded following the main quake.
- The Philippines lies on the Pacific “Ring of Fire” and experiences frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity.
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